Atty. Thomas E. Drendel
Listed in 2009, 2010, 2011 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury Law; Mountain States Super lawyers, 2011. Editor, THE ADVOCATE, 1996-2000.
Personal Injury & More Attorney · Serving Reno, NV · 43+ Years Experience
Profile Summary
About Thomas E. Drendel at a Glance
Thomas E. Drendel is an Of Counsel based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at Bradley, Drendel & Jeanney. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada (1983), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1983), and U.S. Supreme Court (1988). Educated at McGeorge School of the Law (J.D., 1983) and University of Nevada (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Nevada Washoe County Bar Association Nevada Trial Lawyers Association (Board Member, 1985-1990) The Association of Trial Lawyers of America Consumer Attorneys of California Nevada Justice Association American Association For Justice. Serves clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas E. Drendel
- Listed in 2009, 2010, 2011 Editions of The Best Lawyers in America for Personal Injury Law
- Mountain States Super lawyers, 2011
- Editor, THE ADVOCATE, 1996-2000
- Chairman, Amicus Curiae Committee, Nevada Trial Lawyers Association, 1991-2006
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas E. Drendel's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. Drendel handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Reno.
Car Accidents in Reno
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Medical Malpractice in Reno
Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.
Thomas E. Drendel is one of 48,593 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Nevada →
Wrongful Death in Reno
Thomas E. Drendel is one of 30,932 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Nevada →
Personal Injury in Reno
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Thomas E. Drendel is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Nevada →
Motorcycle Accidents in Reno
Thomas E. Drendel is one of 11,112 motorcycle attorneys indexed nationally. Browse motorcycle attorneys in Nevada →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Reno
Practicing law in Nevada. Legal matters in Nevada are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Reno are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Nevada state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Nevada brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Nevada courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Reno Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Reno-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Reno Choose Thomas E. Drendel
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas E. Drendel's practice in the field of car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and motorcycle.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas E. Drendel brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Nevada, U.S. District Court, District of Nevada, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Thomas E. Drendel can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death, Thomas E. Drendel can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Reno
A Reno-based practice means Thomas E. Drendel attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas E. Drendel Handles in Reno
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas E. Drendel has experience with under Nevada law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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